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• World's Leader in Welding and Cutting Products •

VIKING™ 2450 SERIES AUTO-DARKENINGHELMETS

4.50 x 5.25 STANDARD REPLACEMENT LENS

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

IM10081

October, 2010

Copyright © Lincoln Global Inc.

TABLE OF CONTENTS Page

SAFETY WARNINGS – READ BEFORE USING 1

HELMET INFORMATION 2

SPECIFICATIONS 3

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4

CARTRIDGE OPERATIONS/FEATURES 5

HELMET CARE AND MAINTENANCE 6

SHADE GUIDE SETTINGS 6

CARTRIDGE AND LENS REPLACEMENT 7

TROUBLESHOOTING 8

WARRANTY INFORMATION 9

REPLACEMENT PARTS 9

GRAPHICS MAY VARY

• Sales and Service through Subsidiaries and Distributors Worldwide •

Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199 U.S.A. TEL: 216.481.8100 FAX: 216.486.1751 WEB SITE: www.lincolnelectric.com

• World's Leader in Welding and Cutting Products •

VIKING™ 2450 SERIES AUTO-DARKENINGHELMETS

4.50 x 5.25 STANDARD REPLACEMENT LENS

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

IM10081

October, 2010

Copyright © Lincoln Global Inc.

TABLE OF CONTENTS Page

SAFETY WARNINGS – READ BEFORE USING 1

HELMET INFORMATION 2

SPECIFICATIONS 3

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4

CARTRIDGE OPERATIONS/FEATURES 5

HELMET CARE AND MAINTENANCE 6

SHADE GUIDE SETTINGS 6

CARTRIDGE AND LENS REPLACEMENT 7

TROUBLESHOOTING 8

WARRANTY INFORMATION 9

REPLACEMENT PARTS 9

GRAPHICS MAY VARY

HELMET INFORMATION

This Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet will automatically change from a lightstate (shade 3.5) to a dark state (Shade 9-13) when arc welding starts.

The filter automatically returns to a light state when the arc stops.

Match your welding application to the shade indicated on the shade chart.(See Page 6)

• Operating temperature: 14°F ~ 131°F (-10°C ~ 55°C).• Do not use or open the auto-darkening filter if damaged by shock, vibra-

tion or pressure.• Keep the sensors and solar cell clean. Clean the filter cartridge using a

soapy water solution and soft cloth which should be damp but not saturat-ed.

This Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet is designed for use with GMAW, GTAW,MMAW welding, or Plasma Arc and air carbon arc cutting.

The cartridge provides protection from harmful UV and IR radiation, in bothdark and light states.

The cartridge contains four sensors to detect the light from the welding arc,resulting in the lens darkening to a selected welding shade.

• Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning detergent.• If cover lens is spattered or covered with dirt, it should be replaced imme-

diately.• Use only replacement parts specified in this manual.• Do not use the helmet without inside and outside cover lenses properly

installed.

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SAFETY WARNINGS – READ BEFORE USING

ARC Rays can injure eyes and burn skin• Before welding, always inspect helmet and filter lens to be sure they are fitted

properly, in good condition and not damaged.• Check to see that the clear lens is clean and securely attached to the helmet.• Always wear safety glasses or goggles under the welding helmet and protective

clothing to protect your skin from radiation, burns and spatter.• Ensure that optical radiation from other welder’s arcs in the immediate area

does not enter in from behind the helmet and auto-darkening filter.

Note: Auto-darkening filters in Lincoln helmets are designed to protect the user against harmfulultra-violet and infrared rays both in the dark and light states. No matter what shade the filter isset to, the UV/IR protection is always present.

FUMES AND GASES can be dangerous to your health.• Keep your head out of fumes.• Use enough ventilation or exhaust at the arc or both to keep fumes and gases

from your breathing zone and general area.• When welding with electrodes which require special ventilation such as

stainless or hard facing (see instructions on container or MSDS) or onlead or cadmium plated steel and other metals or coatings which pro-duce highly toxic fumes, keep exposure as low as possible and withinapplicable OSHA PEL and ACGIH TLV limits using local exhaust ormechanical ventilation. In confined spaces or in some circumstances,outdoors, a respirator may be required. Additional precautions are alsorequired when welding on galvanized steel.

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WARNING

Refer to http://www.lincolnelectric.com/safetyfor additional safety information.

HELMET INFORMATION

This Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet will automatically change from a lightstate (shade 3.5) to a dark state (Shade 9-13) when arc welding starts.

The filter automatically returns to a light state when the arc stops.

Match your welding application to the shade indicated on the shade chart.(See Page 6)

• Operating temperature: 14°F ~ 131°F (-10°C ~ 55°C).• Do not use or open the auto-darkening filter if damaged by shock, vibra-

tion or pressure.• Keep the sensors and solar cell clean. Clean the filter cartridge using a

soapy water solution and soft cloth which should be damp but not saturat-ed.

This Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet is designed for use with GMAW, GTAW,MMAW welding, or Plasma Arc and air carbon arc cutting.

The cartridge provides protection from harmful UV and IR radiation, in bothdark and light states.

The cartridge contains four sensors to detect the light from the welding arc,resulting in the lens darkening to a selected welding shade.

• Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning detergent.• If cover lens is spattered or covered with dirt, it should be replaced imme-

diately.• Use only replacement parts specified in this manual.• Do not use the helmet without inside and outside cover lenses properly

installed.

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SAFETY WARNINGS – READ BEFORE USING

ARC Rays can injure eyes and burn skin• Before welding, always inspect helmet and filter lens to be sure they are fitted

properly, in good condition and not damaged.• Check to see that the clear lens is clean and securely attached to the helmet.• Always wear safety glasses or goggles under the welding helmet and protective

clothing to protect your skin from radiation, burns and spatter.• Ensure that optical radiation from other welder’s arcs in the immediate area

does not enter in from behind the helmet and auto-darkening filter.

Note: Auto-darkening filters in Lincoln helmets are designed to protect the user against harmfulultra-violet and infrared rays both in the dark and light states. No matter what shade the filter isset to, the UV/IR protection is always present.

FUMES AND GASES can be dangerous to your health.• Keep your head out of fumes.• Use enough ventilation or exhaust at the arc or both to keep fumes and gases

from your breathing zone and general area.• When welding with electrodes which require special ventilation such as

stainless or hard facing (see instructions on container or MSDS) or onlead or cadmium plated steel and other metals or coatings which pro-duce highly toxic fumes, keep exposure as low as possible and withinapplicable OSHA PEL and ACGIH TLV limits using local exhaust ormechanical ventilation. In confined spaces or in some circumstances,outdoors, a respirator may be required. Additional precautions are alsorequired when welding on galvanized steel.

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WARNING

Refer to http://www.lincolnelectric.com/safetyfor additional safety information.

SPECIFICATIONS

(1) Headgear compliance with ANSI Z87.1 is without sweatband installed.

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LCD Viewing Area

Cartridge size

UV/IR Protection

Arc Sensors

Light State Shade

Variable Welding Shades

Shade Control

Power Supply

Low Battery Warning

Battery

Power On/Off

Light to Dark Switching Time

Dark to Light Switching Time

Sensitivity Control

TIG Rating

Operating Temperature

Storage Temperature

Total Weight

Compliance(1)

97 x 62mm (3.82 x 2.44in.)

114 x 133mm (4.50 x 5.25in.)

Up to Shade DIN 16 at all times

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DIN 3.5

DIN 9 to 13

Dial knob - full adjustment

Solar cells - with Batteries

Red Light

CR2450 Lithium (2 Required)

Fully automatic

0.00004 sec. (1/25,000 sec.)

0.1 sec. (Short) to 1.0 sec. (Long)

Variable and Grind

DC 3 amps, AC 5 amps, DC pulse

14°F ~ 131°F (-10°C ~ 55°C)

-4° ~ 158°F (-20°C ~ 70°C)

Black 595g (20.98 Oz.)Graphic 602g (21.23 Oz.)

ANSI Z87.1-2003/CSA Z94.3

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Headgear Adjustment

HEAD SIZE ADJUSTMENT: HEADGEAR TIGHTNESS is adjusted by push-ing in the Ratchet Knob and turning to adjust for the desired head size. Thisknob is located at the back of the helmet. HEADGEAR CROWN ADJUST-MENT is made by adjusting for comfort and snapping the pin into the hole tolock securely in place.

TILT: Tilt adjustment is located on right side of helmet. Loosen the rightheadgear tension knob and push the top end of the adjustment lever outwarduntil the lever’s Stop Tab clears the notches. Then rotate the lever forward orback to the desired tilt position. The Stop will automatically engage againwhen released locking the helmet into position.

FORE / AFT ADJUSTMENT: Adjusts the distance between the user’s faceand lens. To adjust, loosen the outside tension knobs and slide forward orback to desired position and retighten. NOTE: Make sure both sides areequally positioned for proper operation.

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CrownAdjustment

RatchetKnob

Fore-AftAdjustment

TiltAdjustment

CrownAdjustment

RatchetKnob

Fore-AftAdjustment

TiltAdjustment

SPECIFICATIONS

(1) Headgear compliance with ANSI Z87.1 is without sweatband installed.

3

LCD Viewing Area

Cartridge size

UV/IR Protection

Arc Sensors

Light State Shade

Variable Welding Shades

Shade Control

Power Supply

Low Battery Warning

Battery

Power On/Off

Light to Dark Switching Time

Dark to Light Switching Time

Sensitivity Control

TIG Rating

Operating Temperature

Storage Temperature

Total Weight

Compliance(1)

97 x 62mm (3.82 x 2.44in.)

114 x 133mm (4.50 x 5.25in.)

Up to Shade DIN 16 at all times

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DIN 3.5

DIN 9 to 13

Dial knob - full adjustment

Solar cells - with Batteries

Red Light

CR2450 Lithium (2 Required)

Fully automatic

0.00004 sec. (1/25,000 sec.)

0.1 sec. (Short) to 1.0 sec. (Long)

Variable and Grind

DC 3 amps, AC 5 amps, DC pulse

14°F ~ 131°F (-10°C ~ 55°C)

-4° ~ 158°F (-20°C ~ 70°C)

Black 595g (20.98 Oz.)Graphic 602g (21.23 Oz.)

ANSI Z87.1-2003/CSA Z94.3

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Headgear Adjustment

HEAD SIZE ADJUSTMENT: HEADGEAR TIGHTNESS is adjusted by push-ing in the Ratchet Knob and turning to adjust for the desired head size. Thisknob is located at the back of the helmet. HEADGEAR CROWN ADJUST-MENT is made by adjusting for comfort and snapping the pin into the hole tolock securely in place.

TILT: Tilt adjustment is located on right side of helmet. Loosen the rightheadgear tension knob and push the top end of the adjustment lever outwarduntil the lever’s Stop Tab clears the notches. Then rotate the lever forward orback to the desired tilt position. The Stop will automatically engage againwhen released locking the helmet into position.

FORE / AFT ADJUSTMENT: Adjusts the distance between the user’s faceand lens. To adjust, loosen the outside tension knobs and slide forward orback to desired position and retighten. NOTE: Make sure both sides areequally positioned for proper operation.

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CrownAdjustment

RatchetKnob

Fore-AftAdjustment

TiltAdjustment

CrownAdjustment

RatchetKnob

Fore-AftAdjustment

TiltAdjustment

CARTRIDGE OPERATION/FEATURES

Variable Shade ControlThe shade can be adjusted from shade 9 to 13 based upon welding process orapplication (refer to shade selection chart on page 6). The variable shade con-trol knob is located on the ADF cartridge as shown below.

Sensitivity KnobAdjust the light sensitivity by turning the SENSITIVITY knob to the left or right asshown in the figure below. Turning the knob all the way to the right, the HIGH set-ting, is typically selected for normal use. When helmet is used in the presence ofexcess ambient light or with another welding machine close by, improved helmetperformance can be obtained with a lower setting by turning the knob to the left toreduce the sensitivity. Grind mode can be selected by rotating the sensitivity knoball the way to the left until an audible click is heard.Grind mode is intended for grinding only not for welding.

Delay KnobThis control is designed to protect the welder's eyes from the strong residual raysafter welding. Changing the DELAY knob will vary the dark to light time between 0.1second (SHORT) to 1.0 second (LONG). LONG setting is recommended for weld-ing arc has ceased and for situations where the filter may be temporarily blockedfrom seeing the welding arc.

PowerThis ADF cartridge is powered by replaceable batteries and solar power. Thebatteries are located at the bottom of the ADF cartridge. Replace batteries whenLOW BATTERY light is lit. See the specification chart on page 3 for type of bat-teries required.

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SENSITIVITYLOW HIGHGRIND *

2450 SERIES ADF

DELAY LONGSHORTLOW BATTERY

10

9

12

13

11

S27978-27LABS

TM Z87CAN/CSA Z94.3

SENSITIVITY

LOWHIGHGRIND *

2450 SERIES ADF

DELAY

LONGSHORT

LOW BATTERY

HELMET CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Cleaning: Clean helmet by wiping with a soft cloth. Clean cartridge surfacesregularly. Do not use strong cleaning solutions. Clean sensors and solar cellswith soapy water solution and a clean cloth and wipe dry with a lint-free cloth.Do NOT submerge shade cartridge in water or other solution.

Storage: Store in a clean, dry location.

SHADE GUIDE SETTINGS

If your helmet does not include any one of the shades referenced above, it isrecommended you use the next darker shade.

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NT 1 GUIDE FOR SHADE NUMBERSOPERATION ELECTRODE SIZE ARC MINIMUM SUGGESTED(1)1/32 in. (mm) CURRENT (A) PROTECTIVE SHADE NO.SHADE (COMFORT)Shielded metal arc Less than 3 (2.5) Less than 60 7 –welding 3-5 (2.5–4) 60-160 8 105-8 (4–6.4) 160-250 10 12More than 8 (6.4) 250-550 11 14

Gas metal arc Less than 60 7 –welding and flux 60-160 10 11cored arc welding 160-250 10 12250-500 10 14Gas tungsten arc Less than 50 8 10welding 50-150 8 12150-500 10 14Air carbon (Light) Less than 500 10 12Arc cutting (Heavy) 500-1000 11 14Plasma arc welding Less than 20 6 6 to 820-100 8 10100-400 10 12400-800 11 14Plasma arc cutting (Light) (2)(2)(2) Less than 300 8 9(Medium) 300-400 9 12(Heavy) 400-800 10 14

Torch brazing – – 3 or 4Torch soldering – – 2Carbon arc welding – – 14PLATE THICKNESSin. mmGas weldingLight Under 1/8 Under 3.2 4 or 5Medium 1/8 to 1/2 3.2 to 12.7 5 or 6Heavy Over 1/2 Over 12.7 6 or 8Oxygen cuttingLight Under 1 Under 25 3 or 4Medium 1 to 6 25 to 150 4 or 5Heavy Over 6 Over 150 5 or 6(1) As a rule of thumb, start with a shade that is too dark, then go to a lighter shade which gives sufficient view of the weld zone without goingbelow the minimum. In oxyfuel gas welding or cutting where the torch produces a high yellow light, it is desirable to use a filter lens that absorbsthe yellow or sodium line the visible light of the (spectrum) operation

(2) These values apply where the actual arc is clearly seen. Experience has shown that lighter filters may be used when the arc is hidden by theworkpiece. .Data from ANSI Z49.1-2005

NT 1

GUIDE FOR SHADE NUMBERS

OPERATION ELECTRODE SIZE ARC MINIMUM SUGGESTED(1)

1/32 in. (mm) CURRENT (A) PROTECTIVE SHADE NO.SHADE (COMFORT)

Shielded metal arc Less than 3 (2.5) Less than 60 7 –welding 3-5 (2.5–4) 60-160 8 10

5-8 (4–6.4) 160-250 10 12More than 8 (6.4) 250-550 11 14

Gas metal arc Less than 60 7 –welding and flux 60-160 10 11cored arc welding 160-250 10 12

250-500 10 14

Gas tungsten arc Less than 50 8 10welding 50-150 8 12

150-500 10 14

Air carbon (Light) Less than 500 10 12Arc cutting (Heavy) 500-1000 11 14

Plasma arc welding Less than 20 6 6 to 820-100 8 10100-400 10 12400-800 11 14

Plasma arc cutting (Light)(2)

(2)

(2) Less than 300 8 9(Medium) 300-400 9 12(Heavy) 400-800 10 14

Torch brazing – – 3 or 4

Torch soldering – – 2

Carbon arc welding – – 14

PLATE THICKNESSin. mm

Gas weldingLight Under 1/8 Under 3.2 4 or 5Medium 1/8 to 1/2 3.2 to 12.7 5 or 6Heavy Over 1/2 Over 12.7 6 or 8

Oxygen cuttingLight Under 1 Under 25 3 or 4Medium 1 to 6 25 to 150 4 or 5Heavy Over 6 Over 150 5 or 6

(1) As a rule of thumb, start with a shade that is too dark, then go to a lighter shade which gives sufficient view of the weld zone without goingbelow the minimum. In oxyfuel gas welding or cutting where the torch produces a high yellow light, it is desirable to use a filter lens that absorbsthe yellow or sodium line the visible light of the (spectrum) operation

(2) These values apply where the actual arc is clearly seen. Experience has shown that lighter filters may be used when the arc is hidden by theworkpiece.

.

Data from ANSI Z49.1-2005

CARTRIDGE OPERATION/FEATURES

Variable Shade ControlThe shade can be adjusted from shade 9 to 13 based upon welding process orapplication (refer to shade selection chart on page 6). The variable shade con-trol knob is located on the ADF cartridge as shown below.

Sensitivity KnobAdjust the light sensitivity by turning the SENSITIVITY knob to the left or right asshown in the figure below. Turning the knob all the way to the right, the HIGH set-ting, is typically selected for normal use. When helmet is used in the presence ofexcess ambient light or with another welding machine close by, improved helmetperformance can be obtained with a lower setting by turning the knob to the left toreduce the sensitivity. Grind mode can be selected by rotating the sensitivity knoball the way to the left until an audible click is heard.Grind mode is intended for grinding only not for welding.

Delay KnobThis control is designed to protect the welder's eyes from the strong residual raysafter welding. Changing the DELAY knob will vary the dark to light time between 0.1second (SHORT) to 1.0 second (LONG). LONG setting is recommended for weld-ing arc has ceased and for situations where the filter may be temporarily blockedfrom seeing the welding arc.

PowerThis ADF cartridge is powered by replaceable batteries and solar power. Thebatteries are located at the bottom of the ADF cartridge. Replace batteries whenLOW BATTERY light is lit. See the specification chart on page 3 for type of bat-teries required.

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109 121311

S27978-27 LABSTM Z87CAN/CSA Z94.3

SENSITIVITYLOW HIGHGRIND *

2450 SERIES ADF

DELAY LONGSHORTLOW BATTERY

10

9

12

13

11

S27978-27LABS

TM Z87CAN/CSA Z94.3

SENSITIVITY

LOWHIGHGRIND *

2450 SERIES ADF

DELAY

LONGSHORT

LOW BATTERY

HELMET CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Cleaning: Clean helmet by wiping with a soft cloth. Clean cartridge surfacesregularly. Do not use strong cleaning solutions. Clean sensors and solar cellswith soapy water solution and a clean cloth and wipe dry with a lint-free cloth.Do NOT submerge shade cartridge in water or other solution.

Storage: Store in a clean, dry location.

SHADE GUIDE SETTINGS

If your helmet does not include any one of the shades referenced above, it isrecommended you use the next darker shade.

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NT 1 GUIDE FOR SHADE NUMBERSOPERATION ELECTRODE SIZE ARC MINIMUM SUGGESTED(1)1/32 in. (mm) CURRENT (A) PROTECTIVE SHADE NO.SHADE (COMFORT)Shielded metal arc Less than 3 (2.5) Less than 60 7 –welding 3-5 (2.5–4) 60-160 8 105-8 (4–6.4) 160-250 10 12More than 8 (6.4) 250-550 11 14

Gas metal arc Less than 60 7 –welding and flux 60-160 10 11cored arc welding 160-250 10 12250-500 10 14Gas tungsten arc Less than 50 8 10welding 50-150 8 12150-500 10 14Air carbon (Light) Less than 500 10 12Arc cutting (Heavy) 500-1000 11 14Plasma arc welding Less than 20 6 6 to 820-100 8 10100-400 10 12400-800 11 14Plasma arc cutting (Light) (2)(2)(2) Less than 300 8 9(Medium) 300-400 9 12(Heavy) 400-800 10 14

Torch brazing – – 3 or 4Torch soldering – – 2Carbon arc welding – – 14PLATE THICKNESSin. mmGas weldingLight Under 1/8 Under 3.2 4 or 5Medium 1/8 to 1/2 3.2 to 12.7 5 or 6Heavy Over 1/2 Over 12.7 6 or 8Oxygen cuttingLight Under 1 Under 25 3 or 4Medium 1 to 6 25 to 150 4 or 5Heavy Over 6 Over 150 5 or 6(1) As a rule of thumb, start with a shade that is too dark, then go to a lighter shade which gives sufficient view of the weld zone without goingbelow the minimum. In oxyfuel gas welding or cutting where the torch produces a high yellow light, it is desirable to use a filter lens that absorbsthe yellow or sodium line the visible light of the (spectrum) operation

(2) These values apply where the actual arc is clearly seen. Experience has shown that lighter filters may be used when the arc is hidden by theworkpiece. .Data from ANSI Z49.1-2005

NT 1

GUIDE FOR SHADE NUMBERS

OPERATION ELECTRODE SIZE ARC MINIMUM SUGGESTED(1)

1/32 in. (mm) CURRENT (A) PROTECTIVE SHADE NO.SHADE (COMFORT)

Shielded metal arc Less than 3 (2.5) Less than 60 7 –welding 3-5 (2.5–4) 60-160 8 10

5-8 (4–6.4) 160-250 10 12More than 8 (6.4) 250-550 11 14

Gas metal arc Less than 60 7 –welding and flux 60-160 10 11cored arc welding 160-250 10 12

250-500 10 14

Gas tungsten arc Less than 50 8 10welding 50-150 8 12

150-500 10 14

Air carbon (Light) Less than 500 10 12Arc cutting (Heavy) 500-1000 11 14

Plasma arc welding Less than 20 6 6 to 820-100 8 10100-400 10 12400-800 11 14

Plasma arc cutting (Light)(2)

(2)

(2) Less than 300 8 9(Medium) 300-400 9 12(Heavy) 400-800 10 14

Torch brazing – – 3 or 4

Torch soldering – – 2

Carbon arc welding – – 14

PLATE THICKNESSin. mm

Gas weldingLight Under 1/8 Under 3.2 4 or 5Medium 1/8 to 1/2 3.2 to 12.7 5 or 6Heavy Over 1/2 Over 12.7 6 or 8

Oxygen cuttingLight Under 1 Under 25 3 or 4Medium 1 to 6 25 to 150 4 or 5Heavy Over 6 Over 150 5 or 6

(1) As a rule of thumb, start with a shade that is too dark, then go to a lighter shade which gives sufficient view of the weld zone without goingbelow the minimum. In oxyfuel gas welding or cutting where the torch produces a high yellow light, it is desirable to use a filter lens that absorbsthe yellow or sodium line the visible light of the (spectrum) operation

(2) These values apply where the actual arc is clearly seen. Experience has shown that lighter filters may be used when the arc is hidden by theworkpiece.

.

Data from ANSI Z49.1-2005

CARTRIDGE AND LENS REPLACEMENT

Replacing Front Clear Cover Lens: Replace the front cover lens if it is dam-aged. Remove ADF holder assembly per Figure 1. Remove front cover lens fromhelmet assembly. Carefully remove gasket from cover lens. Install new coverlens into gasket and assemble to helmet shell. Make sure to assemble coverlens and gasket into helmet shell the same way as it was removed.

Replacing Inside Clear Lens: Replace the inside clear lens if it is damaged.Place your fingernail in recess below cartridge view window and flex lensupwards until it releases from edges of cartridge view window.

Change the Shade Cartridge: Remove ADF holder assembly from helmet shell.See figure 1 for removal. Flex top end of the ADF holder to allow for ADF car-tridge to be removed from frame. Install new ADF cartridge into frame per figure2 below. Make sure that the ADF cartridge is inserted in ADF holder correctly asshown. Install ADF holder assembly into helmet shell.

INSTALLING AN AFTERMARKET MAGNIFYING LENS:Simply slide the magnifying lens into the short rail located on the sides of ADFholder per Figure 3.

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SOLUTIONClean or replace front cover lens.

Clean the Auto-Darkening car-tridge with soapy water solutionand soft cloth.Adjust sensitivity to required level.

Clean or replace front cover lens.

Check for cracked or pitted frontcover lens and replace asrequired.

Make sure you are not blocking thesensors or solar panels with your armor other obstacle while welding.Adjust your position so that the sen-sors can see the weld arc.

Check sensitivity knob setting.

Adjust sensitivity to requiredlevel.

Adjust to required level.

Replace front cover lensas needed.

POSSIBLE CAUSEFront cover lens dirty.

Cartridge dirty.

Sensitivity is set too low.

Front cover lens dirty.

Front cover lens is damaged.

Sensors are blocked or Solarpanel is blocked.

Grind Mode Selected

Sensitivity set too high.

Delay set too high.

Missing, damaged,broken, cracked ordistorted front coverlens.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Test your shade cartridge prior to welding by directing the front of the cartridgetoward a bright source of light. Then, using your fingers, rapidly cover and uncov-er the sensors. The cartridge should darken momentarily as the sensor isexposed. A torch striker can also be used.

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PROBLEMDifficult to see through filter.

Filter does not darken whenarc is struck.

Filter darkening without arcbeing struck.

Filter remains dark after

completing a weld.

ADF iscracked.

Weld spatteris damagingthe filter.

WARNING

Cease (STOP) using this product if this prob-lem exists. UV/IR protection may be compro-mised resulting in burns to the eyes and skin.

Figure 3

Figure 1 Figure 2

Figure 3

Figure 1 Figure 2

CARTRIDGE AND LENS REPLACEMENT

Replacing Front Clear Cover Lens: Replace the front cover lens if it is dam-aged. Remove ADF holder assembly per Figure 1. Remove front cover lens fromhelmet assembly. Carefully remove gasket from cover lens. Install new coverlens into gasket and assemble to helmet shell. Make sure to assemble coverlens and gasket into helmet shell the same way as it was removed.

Replacing Inside Clear Lens: Replace the inside clear lens if it is damaged.Place your fingernail in recess below cartridge view window and flex lensupwards until it releases from edges of cartridge view window.

Change the Shade Cartridge: Remove ADF holder assembly from helmet shell.See figure 1 for removal. Flex top end of the ADF holder to allow for ADF car-tridge to be removed from frame. Install new ADF cartridge into frame per figure2 below. Make sure that the ADF cartridge is inserted in ADF holder correctly asshown. Install ADF holder assembly into helmet shell.

INSTALLING AN AFTERMARKET MAGNIFYING LENS:Simply slide the magnifying lens into the short rail located on the sides of ADFholder per Figure 3.

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SOLUTIONClean or replace front cover lens.

Clean the Auto-Darkening car-tridge with soapy water solutionand soft cloth.Adjust sensitivity to required level.

Clean or replace front cover lens.

Check for cracked or pitted frontcover lens and replace asrequired.

Make sure you are not blocking thesensors or solar panels with your armor other obstacle while welding.Adjust your position so that the sen-sors can see the weld arc.

Check sensitivity knob setting.

Adjust sensitivity to requiredlevel.

Adjust to required level.

Replace front cover lensas needed.

POSSIBLE CAUSEFront cover lens dirty.

Cartridge dirty.

Sensitivity is set too low.

Front cover lens dirty.

Front cover lens is damaged.

Sensors are blocked or Solarpanel is blocked.

Grind Mode Selected

Sensitivity set too high.

Delay set too high.

Missing, damaged,broken, cracked ordistorted front coverlens.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Test your shade cartridge prior to welding by directing the front of the cartridgetoward a bright source of light. Then, using your fingers, rapidly cover and uncov-er the sensors. The cartridge should darken momentarily as the sensor isexposed. A torch striker can also be used.

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PROBLEMDifficult to see through filter.

Filter does not darken whenarc is struck.

Filter darkening without arcbeing struck.

Filter remains dark after

completing a weld.

ADF iscracked.

Weld spatteris damagingthe filter.

WARNING

Cease (STOP) using this product if this prob-lem exists. UV/IR protection may be compro-mised resulting in burns to the eyes and skin.

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Figure 1 Figure 2

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Figure 1 Figure 2

WARRANTY INFORMATION

WARRANTY INFORMATION: Reference IMWS1 included in Literature.

SPATTER DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY:Do not use this product without the correct protective clear lenses installedproperly on both sides of the Auto-Darkening Filter cartridge (ADF). The clearlenses supplied with this helmet are properly sized to work with this productand substitutions from other suppliers should be avoided.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

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DESCRIPTIONOUTSIDE CLEAR LENS (PKG. QTY: 5)ADF CARTRIDGEINSIDE CLEAR LENS (PKG. QTY: 5)HEADGEAR ASSEMBLY (INCLUDING SWEATBAND)SWEATBAND (PKG. QTY: 2)REPLACEMENT SHELLOUTSIDE CLEAR LENS SEALADF HOLDER

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

WARRANTY INFORMATION: Reference IMWS1 included in Literature.

SPATTER DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY:Do not use this product without the correct protective clear lenses installedproperly on both sides of the Auto-Darkening Filter cartridge (ADF). The clearlenses supplied with this helmet are properly sized to work with this productand substitutions from other suppliers should be avoided.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

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PART NO.KP2898-1KP2932-1KP2931-1KP2929-1KP2930-1S27978-31S27978-32S27978-33

DESCRIPTIONOUTSIDE CLEAR LENS (PKG. QTY: 5)ADF CARTRIDGEINSIDE CLEAR LENS (PKG. QTY: 5)HEADGEAR ASSEMBLY (INCLUDING SWEATBAND)SWEATBAND (PKG. QTY: 2)REPLACEMENT SHELLOUTSIDE CLEAR LENS SEALADF HOLDER

• Sales and Service through Subsidiaries and Distributors Worldwide •

Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199 U.S.A. TEL: 216.481.8100 FAX: 216.486.1751 WEB SITE: www.lincolnelectric.com

• World's Leader in Welding and Cutting Products •

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